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May 2016 Life’s a journey. Make it a healthy one.®

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TAKE ONE DIABETICS

Make Bone in Their Arteries

Spring Into

SUMMER YOGA RETREAT AT GRANLIBAKKEN

REVERSE ALZHEIMER’S By Controlling Blood Sugar

LYME It’s Time For a New Approach

Four Days to A NEW YOU

RANKEMA WORLD SUMMIT WITH DR. ABEYWICKRAMA

Your Local Resource for Natural Living

Written by Kippy Spilker

It’s May, and it appears that spring might finally be here to stay in the Reno-Tahoe area.

TO SPRING CLEANING

Many fruit tree blossoms have run their course and are right now directing their energy to forming the delicious treats we will enjoy later this year. Farmer’s Markets will soon be starting up again soon, and those of us planting our own gardens will find ourselves playing in the dirt and

CLEANING THE MIND

CLEANING THE BODY

hoping for no more late frost. Spring cleaning can be applied to many different areas of our lives – not just cleaning house, as important as that may be. Here are some tips for a more holistic approach to spring cleaning. If you have any personal success stories or additional ideas not mentioned here, please share them with us and our readers, on our Facebook page.

CLEANING THE SPIRIT

CENTER YOURSELF.

SEPARATE YOUR LIST into

INCREASE YOUR INTAKE OF FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES.

GET SOME KIND OF EXERCISE EVERY DAY – at least 30

CHOOSE OR MAKE A SPIRITUAL PLACE FOR YOURSELF.

ONCE FINISHED, TAKE THAT VERY “HEAVY” EGG AND PLACE IT IN A BOWL AND SMASH IT.

Evaluate current values, beliefs, memories, experiences and behaviors, and allow yourself to meditate. Ask your Higher Self, “Which behavior patterns and emotional reactions are not serving me right now?”

3 SET GOALS. Make another list of the positive messages, emotions and responses you would rather have in your life. From that, decide upon some goals for each emotional issue you want to release. Along with these goals, set some methods for achieving this release – give yourself a set time frame.

sections. For example, some categories could be: Negative Self-Talk, Excuses I Make, I Can’ts, Procrastination Areas, If Only’s, Resentments I Hold Onto, etc.

4 BREATHE. Evaluate your progress, but acknowledge and address underlying fears, concerns or issues that arise.

5 REWARD YOURSELF when you succeed, but don’t punish yourself when you experience setbacks. Make your rewards something meaningful, but healthy. Go out to lunch with a friend, enjoy a movie you’ve wanted to see, etc.

At minimum, try to eat at least one piece of fruit and one leafy green salad per day.

minutes of some kind of movement (take a walk, play catch with the kids, do some gardening).

ELIMINATE PROCESSED PREFABRICATED FOODS from

TRY A CLEANSE.

your diet.

3 DRINK PLENTY OF WATER – at least 64 ounces per day. And remember, coffee, tea and sodas do not count toward your 64 ounce daily goal!

There are a ton of them out there. Master cleanse, juice cleanse, liver, gall bladder, colon … do some research on what sounds like it will work best for you and give it a shot!

Sources: 1. www.selfgrowth.com/articles/10-tips-foremotional-spring-cleaning 2. medical-intuitives.com/top-5-detox-cleanse/ 3. www.wikihow.com/Cleanse-Your-Spirit

This can be inside, outside, or anywhere that relaxes you and makes you happy. Sit in a comfortable position and begin to mentally scan your body. Where are you carrying tension? Is your heart heavy? Turn your mind inward. What (or who) is troubling you or hurting your spirit?

2 TAKE A REGULAR EGG AND HOLD IT UP TO YOUR FOREHEAD. Concentrate on all the things that are spiritually weighing you down, and individually move those things to the egg. Picture each issue separately, moving from your body into the egg.

Imagine all the issues you just transferred to that egg breaking down with each motion.

4 SMUDGE YOUR AURA. Using a piece or bundle of sage, light it and wave it all around yourself. When you feel “cleansed,” extinguish the sage.

5 LAY DOWN, RELAXING YOUR ENTIRE BODY HEAD TO TOE. Let your body feel heavy as if sinking into the ground beneath you. Take this quiet time to communicate with your Higher Power. Ask for a blessing for your soul and to become less burdened. When you are ready, sit up slowly and feel refreshed!

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CONTENT HEALTHY BODY 05 14

Reverse Aging Naturally Four Days to a New You

5 Minutes to Meditative Bliss

Rankema Word Summit with Dr. Abey

May 2016

Spring into Summer Yoga Retreat at Granlibakken

HEALTHY EATING 20 26

Reverse Alzheimer’s by Controlling Blood Sugar Ravishing Raw Recipe: Raw Cheese

HEALTHY MIND 07 18

Leaving the Mainstream Success is Not an Accident

Book Review: The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up

Seven Steps to an Amazing Life

The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing

HEALTHY LIVING 02 08 10

A Holistic Approach to Spring Cleaning Diabetics Make Bone in Their Arteries Medical Marijuana 101

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The Alphabet Soup of Medical Imaging Treating Pain

Patient Mysteries: Are You Thyroid Deficient? Part IX

Lyme - It’s Time for a New Approach

Your Dispensary Shopping Guide, Part 1 of 2

Make Room for Integrative Medicine

The Sixth Root Cause of Thyroid Disease: The Thyroid-Nutrient Connection Part 1 of 3

IN EVERY ISSUE 04 28 30

Publisher’s Letter Professional Directory Calendar

ON THE COVER 08 14

Diabetics Make Bone in their Arteries Four Days to a New You

15 20 28

Spring into Summer Yoga Retreat at Granlibakken Reverse Alzheimer’s by Controlling Blood Sugar Lyme — It’s Time for a New Approach

Rankema Word Summit with Dr. Abey

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publisher’s letter publisher’s letter

t seems like it was just yesterday the beautiful hints of spring were appearing and now here we are celebrating the month of May and Mother’s day! Mother’s day is a wonderful time to reflect on the impact of motherly love and the positive influence it can have. This month provides a good reminder to stop and give thanks for Mothers and others in your life that have represented the powerful love that comes from that type of relationship.

In addition, springtime evokes lots of different ideas on “spring cleaning,” whether it’s health related, home related, or a personal transformation you are working on. Spring is a wonderful time for renewed direction.

powerful Rankema World Summit. Take a moment to find out more about the opportunities for health, spirituality, and growth. Participate in a once-in-a-lifetime experience with Dr. Abeywickrama at the Renkema World Summit in July.

Speaking of transformations, in March we welcomed our new account manager for Healthy Beginnings, Kari Anderson. We are very excited to have Kari as part of our team. In addition to her strong media background, Kari was a business owner in the health industry for over eight years. She brings valuable expertise to our team.

We continue to highlight important discoveries in health and natural healing with our thyroid series, and also provide valuable information about diabetes, Alzheimer’s and Lyme diseases. Please enjoy this issue and drop us a line to let us know how we’re doing.

~ Lynn Virgilio

This month we are also celebrating the wonderful events that we have the opportunity to experience in this area. In this issue we are proud to showcase two noteworthy events; The Women’s Wellness Retreat in Granlibakken Lake Tahoe and the

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hrough scientific developments water, and now air, can be transformed organically via electrical energy fields. The book ‘Reverse Aging’ by engineer and medical patent inventor Sang Whang explores ionized living water filter systems, infrared saunas, minerals and magnetic energy, all of which he used to help treat his high blood pressure naturally.

Written by Diane Underwood Whang explains that the negative ionic energy fields, created by electrolysis and magnetic energy, break down large water molecule clusters into smaller hexagonally-shaped molecules. Science has proven that one glass of filtered, ionized alkaline water has a 6-10x higher hydration ratio than regular water. Additionally, electrolysis is used for purification in water systems by electrocuting the microbes in the water. Ionized water systems can make super- to slightly-alkaline, neutral, or acidic water. All ionizers are not created equally. Some ionizers, water filter systems and bottled water may add chemicals labeled as “minerals” to raise the pH/alkalinity. Smart bottled water companies use “calcium” in marketing, but the label discloses it’s actually calcium chloride. It’s a great chemical if one is trying to sell more water, but this may explain hot flashes, nausea, extreme thirst and/or digestive issues. In addition, potassium, calcium and magnesium chemicals are now added to many water filter systems with health claims of “minerals” in their marketing. The book further explores the importance of minerals, magnetic energy sleep systems, jewelry, insoles, braces and infrared saunas in treating the entire body for a multitude of conditions. Many people claim magnets have helped with pain, sleep and energy, with a multitude of other health benefits, Whang included. Magnetic medical advances such as Pulsed Electro Magnetic Field (PEMF) Therapy devices are being utilized for many medical therapies as well, mostly in other countries, with 100s of studies on therapeutic benefits. For more information, contact Reverse Aging Energy Spa at (775) 233-4878

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Leaving the Written by Andy Drymalski, EdD

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DIABETICS MAKE BONE IN THEIR ARTERIES Written by Michael Gerber, MD, HMD

> Severe diabetes leads to blindness, kidney failure, heart attacks, strokes and gangrene with amputations of the toes and feet. Recent scientific research has given us the process which encourages bone formation (osteoblasts) in arteries1,2,3,4. High blood sugar, high phosphate levels, low vitamin D, generalized inflammation and many other variables cause this bone forming in arteries. Removing calcium and heavy metals such as lead, cadmium and aluminum has been administered by doctors for 50 years using EDTA intravenously, orally, topically and rectally. This process called chelation, widely used in chemistry and in removal of heavy metals by integrative doctors, has been used in our clinic for 40 years. When I first began using EDTA chelation therapy in 1976 it was our custom to collect a urine sample from the patients after the chelation session. We mixed about 15 ml of urine in a used B12 injection bottle with an equal amount of Sulkowitch reagent to precipitate the calcium. The patients enjoyed placing the bottles sequentially on their mantels at home and watched the amount of calcium precipitate start at about 80 percent of the total volume and recede to about 20 percent after the 30th chelation. In retrospect I think we became tired of the same old sequence repeating itself, or perhaps it was the eau dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;urine that became offensive, but we discontinued the process many years ago.

> the tact connection One of the fascinating findings of the TACT study was the diabetes connection. Trial to Assess Chelation Therapy (TACT) monitored 1,708 patients who had suffered non-fatal heart attacks and non-fatal stroke. This study followed their course over a five year period after receiving 40 chelations and measured total mortality, recurrent heart attacks, stroke and hospitalizations for angina. The composite reduction in events was 18%, anterior heart attacks 37% and in diabetic patients 39%. Removal of arterial calcification relates to the better outcome for diabetic patients.

> transforming vascular smooth muscle cells into osteoblast like cells This process is a very complex, multivariate system. Many review articles since the 1980s detail the increasing number of known factors which trigger the stem cells originating from the bone marrow and are seeded from the circulation into the target tissues where they differentiate in the process of arterial calcification. Mesenchymal stem cells respond to potentially harmful stimuli by secreting bone morphogenetic proteins and trigger the differentiation of osteogenic cells. This was first shown in atherosclerotic plaques in 1993. Diabetic calcification is associated with an increased prevalence of atherosclerotic vascular disease and cardiovascular mortality. Arterial calcification is also associated with end stage kidney disease. Uremic vascular calcification is an active cell-mediated process resembling osteogenesis in bone rather than passive precipitation. Osteopenia (bone loss) and arterial calcification often co-exist.

> older chelation studies From time to time I have reminded our readers of a collection of 23 human studies on chelation therapy on a DVD available from my office. One of those studies by C. Hancke, MD, and K. Flytlie, MD from Denmark reviewed 470 patients who had received chelation therapy and was published in 19935. Of 65 patients referred for bypass surgery, 57 no longer required it, a success rate of 85%, 27 amputation patients had been referred for surgery and only two had to proceed with surgery for a positive result of 92%. Drs. Richard Casdorph and Charles Farr, both MD, PhDs, published an article in 19836 which reviewed four patient cases who were scheduled for imminent amputations with infection, ulceration, cellulitis and gangrene and after chelation and supportive therapy it was no longer needed. The improvement was long lasting. Before and after pictures of the patientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; feet included in the study are terrific.

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diabetes is an indication for chelation therapy The earliest reported research using EDTA for removal of metastatic calcium deposits was conducted in 1946 at the University of Zurich and in 1947 and 1948 at the University of Bern7. Contact Gerber Medical Clinic for more information, 775-826-1900. We are celebrating our 40th year of medical practice. See ad on this page.

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3. W. J. Jeffcoate, L. M. Rasmussen, et al. Medial arterial calcification in diabetes and its relationship to neuropathy. Diabetologia (2009) 52;2478-2488 4. Moe SM, Chen NX Pathophysiology of vascular calcification in chronic kidney disease Circ Res. 2004 Sep 17; 95(6): 560-70 5. C. Hancke, MD, K. Flytlie, MD. Benefits of EDTA Chelation Therapy in Arteriosclerosis: A Retrospective Study of 470 Patients. Journal of Advancement in Medicine Volume 6, Number 3, Fall 1993. 6. H. Richard Casdorph, MD. PhD, Charles Farr, MD, PhD EDTA Chelation Therapy III: Treatment of peripheral arterial occlusion, an alternative to amputation. Journal of Holistic Medicine Vol. 5, No 1 Spring/Summer 1983 7. Walker F. The effects of EDTA chelation therapy on plaque, calcium and mineral metabolism in arteriosclerotic rabbits, PhD thesis. Texas State University, 1980. University Microfilm International, Ann Arbor, MI 48016.

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Your Dispensary Shopping Guide

PART 1 Written by Eva Grossman

oing to the Dispensary for the first time can be very exciting, but also a somewhat daunting experience. In the past, marijuana or cannabis was primarily consumed by smoking the plant flowers or buds, however, modern dispensaries offer alternative methods of administration, and have a wide range of products such as vaporizers, concentrates, edibles, tinctures and topicals, providing consumers with a superabundant selection to choose from. With so many ways to enjoy the benefits of medical marijuana, patients often feel they have wandered into “Willy Wonka’s Wonderland” and just do not know where to begin!

Some products may work better for some patients, depending on the symptoms they are treating, the delivery mechanism, onset, duration, potency, effect, overall convenience and consideration of any side effects they may have experienced in the past. A reputable, Nevada-licensed medical marijuana Dispensary will be HIPPA compliant, confidential, and have knowledgeable staff who enjoy making thoughtful recommendations! Unless there is an obvious product quality defect, most dispensaries have a no-return policy, for safety and regulatory reasons, so be sure you understand what you are buying and how to use it properly, and don’t be afraid to ask your budtender to test battery-operated or electric Here are some products before leaving.

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get you started, in this beginner’s shopping guide

Sativas, Indicas, & Hybrids - As a general rule of thumb:

When shopping for cannabis, there are many fun and creative strain names, based on a longstanding tradition of marijuana growers, often rooted in the geographical origin, genetic lineage of the plant, or as a descriptor of characteristic effects.

These strains will likely vary from Dispensary to Dispensary, and stores will likely have some consistent strains and some that vary from time to time. Don’t panic! There are only 3 major genetic classifications or strain types to really know and understand. As a general rule of thumb:

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SATIVAS tend to be uplifting, energizing, euphoric and are cerebral or felt in the mind, which often makes them helpful for depression, achieving focus, combating fatigue and daytime use.

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INDICAS tend to be relaxing, calming, sedating and are felt in the body, which often makes them a preferred choice for anxiety, severe pain, muscle spasm, acute stress, and of course insomnia and nighttime use.

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HYBRIDS fall someplace in between, as they are genetic crosses of Sativa & Indica strains. They may lean slightly in one direction or another, as a Sativa or Indica dominant hybrid. Hybrids can be a great beginner choice, so ask your Dispensary staff for recommendations based on your symptoms.

THC & CBD

Together a powerful combination: Finding your favorite strains & products through experimentation is part of the process. Nevada licensed Dispensaries will have laboratory results for all products, assuring you of their safety and purity. There are hundreds of pharmacologically active cannabinoids and terpenoids found in marijuana. Two of the most important things to know and understand are potency and ratio of THC & CBD. THC TETRAHYDROCANNABINOL - is sometimes called “the fun molecule” because in addition to very powerful analgesic

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value of sustainable farming for the local community. This process is a template for other countries so they too may gain prosperity while enjoying a healthy diet, gaining confidence and independence. Dr. Abey’s method teaches with practical application, examples and experience giving farmers the tools with which they can gain success, prosperity and good health using their own mind powers without external refuge. Farmers experience a pure crop, increased productivity, better health and happier lives. This is a mission that is heartwarming to the farmers and the country as a whole. Finally, this mission changes the way the world sees food and

people who consume it - join us to make a difference! Dr. Abey treats an international clientele from Europe and the U.S. Among his patients is the former Prime Minister of India, I.K. GUJRAL and the Health Minister of Sri Lanka. In addition to Singhalese, Pali and Sanskrit, Dr. Abey speaks English and German. Dr. Abey’s healing wisdom conference, Rankema World Summit continues to be a great success as it gives people the opportunity for the development of self-awareness to reach their goals and achieve greatness. Throughout the 4-day retreat, people have the unique opportunity to explore all aspects of mind, body and spirit to ultimately bring about a Samadhi state of mind through meditation. People are inspired to reach their full potential by gaining a clear vision for their lives. Retreat participants learn how to meditate, discover how to receive spiritual support and learn how to set goals that fulfill dreams. The four-day retreat also combines the opportunity to learn from Dr. Abey’s lifelong Ayurveda expertise about traditional Ayurvedic secrets for rejuvenation and restoration of youthfulness. The Ayurvedic approach strengthens your immune power, helping to prevent disease. Participants in the retreat experience Mind Power training exercises that lead to accessing one’s true nature for joy, health and success.

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We have all heard the benefits of meditation: decreased stress, anxiety and tension accompanied with feelings of wellbeing, patience, concentration and compassion. With the best of intentions, we sit down in a silent room and get to “shutting our brain off.” It’s not long before our knees start hurting, our todo lists start screaming and our shut-off brain is running on overdrive. The problem is not you or meditation – it’s the approach. To begin, be easy on yourself. Choose a technique that suits you personally, and just challenge yourself to five minutes a few times a week. Meditate in a truly comfortable position. You can practice at home, or if you do better with group activities, attend a class in your community. When many of us think about meditation, we think of the Zen Buddhist practice of zazen, sitting down in silence with our legs crossed and our mind blissfully blank. Many more types of meditation exist, however, and for every learning style there is an approach to meditating. Guided meditations are extremely useful in anchoring you to the present moment by providing structure and sound. If you don’t want to attend a class, there are many excellent free guided meditations on the internet (visit the Resources page on www. sustainableearthyoga.com to start).

for whichever approach you choose, remember: The purpose of meditation is not to attain anything - we meditate to become present.

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Radiologist and provided to the surgeon who can reliably make decisions about the need for surgery based on whether the spinal bones remained properly aligned with motion. This technology has been proven to be more sensitive and reproducible in determining instability requiring surgical fusion. One of the major advantages of this technology is that the radiation dose is lower than what the patient would be exposed to with a standard six view x-ray series, which has been the standard until now. VMA represents the future of functional spine imaging. SpineNevada’s InMotion Diagnostics is the most comprehensive, advanced spinal imaging facility of its kind in the country. The combination of digital X-ray, VMA and “In-Motion” MRI at SpineNevada in Sparks represents the trifecta of recent radiologic innovations. The spine neurosurgeons utilize the unique data provided by these imaging advancements to perform their complex, minimally invasive spine surgeries. This optimizes patient outcomes with the smallest incision possible. SpineNevada is proud to showcase Reno/ Sparks as the locale for cutting-edge healthcare and the newest medical imaging technology available for our patients. To learn more about SpineNevada’s comprehensive center, including InMotion Diagnostics, please call 775348-8800. Please see ad on back cover.

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| Treating Pain | Make Room for Integrative Medicine

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id you know that more than 30 percent of adults use health care approaches outside of mainstream Western or conventional medicine? Here’s more information regarding terms you may have heard: complementary, alternative and integrative medicine. Integrative medicine brings conventional and complementary approaches together and takes the whole person into account: body, mind, and spirit. This marrying of concepts can include supplements (vitamins, minerals, herbs, and probiotics), acupuncture, mind-body medicine, and physical manipulations like chiropractic and massage therapy. Pain management is one area in which integrative medicine is often used. The most common conditions targeted are back, neck or joint pain and arthritis. I consider both conventional and alternative therapies valuable and appropriate options. The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health is the Federal Government’s lead agency in defining the usefulness and safety of complementary health interventions based on scientific research. Some alternative methods are still in the early research stages, though many have been studied and proven to be beneficial. Recent research suggests that chronic pain can affect the brain’s anatomy. Pain can impair central nerve pathways, leading to a “negative feedback loop” in which people experience more pain and subsequent problems with emotions and reasoning. Mind-body practices such as meditation, relaxation and yoga are safe and helpful treatments for chronic pain and other conditions like depression and anxiety. Studies suggest that mind-body practices could help reverse chronic pain and may have protective effects on the brain. If you’re taking any supplements, it is important to let your doctors know. Supplements can play a role in your treatment, but they also can interfere with other medications or your underlying medical conditions. See ad this page.

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which can be used for any goal you may have, be it health, prosperity, relationships or whatever you wish to achieve. It uses the physics of thought and is a step-by-step process which anyone can master.

hese seven steps are best explained in a first-comes-first manner. In any process we use to create anything, certain things come first and others cannot be done ‘til later. So let’s start.

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“There is a truth deep down inside of you that has been waiting for you to discover it, and that truth is this: you deserve all good things life has to offer.”

When the movie The Secret first came out, people thought the techniques were new. In fact, they’re ancient. They just weren’t known by the general public until the 1980s when Esther and Jerry Hicks began teaching them. However, highly successful thinkers, authors and inventors have been using them for thousands of years. They’ve been called different things, but basically when you use these processes you’re utilizing the physics of thought. It’s time to understand how to control this power instead of just putting out random thoughts, which sometimes bring unpleasant surprises.

VISION - Have a DESIRE - This vision or concept desire must be of what you want. accompanied by See the end a strong e-moproduct. See it finished tion (energy in motion); a and complete, just the way strong, intense, all-consumyou want it. Some call it a ing desire. You know what “mental rehearsal.” Make that feels like. If this thing doing that, you will be retaining your personal power, not it as realBy as using you want is worth having, power, Bypossible, doing that, you will be retaining your personal not giving it away to a rigid person who isn’t willing to all five senses. Underit will generate that desire. change in giving it away to a rigid person who isn’t willing to change in stand that may manianyit way and who won’tRemember shut up. that “desire is anylike way andorwho won’tthe shut up. but emotion fest looking that engine, Learn to stand back andis observe in every may be slightly different. the fuel.”human Withoutbehavior the Learn to stand back and observe human behavior in every That’s okay because inhome, our emotion, the desire is flat situation…at work or school. It’s often quite amusing, situation…at home, work orhas school. It’s often quite amusing, limited way of at and nothe energy to bring and asaslooking you stand from emotional storm,you’ll you’ll and you standback, back, away away from the emotional storm, things, we can’t see all itself into being. realize you’re becoming stronger, more self-confident, clearer realize you’re the possibilities. “This becoming stronger, more self-confident, clearer about what andmore morecalm, calm,cool cool aboutbetter,” whatyou you want, more more empowered empowered and or something is want, in person doesn’t doesn’teven eventry trytoto always aand good way to look andcollected collected in every every way. way. If If that that person after enough chances, chances,walk walkaway away at what change you want. change afteryou’ve you’ve given given them them enough

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t is known that systemic damage and accelerated aging is caused by excess blood sugar.

Unfortunately, as humans age, blood sugar tends to rise. Researchers are discovering that people don’t have to be diabetic to suffer from the extensive health consequences of high blood sugar. The problem is that after a meal the blood sugar spikes and the result is the production of deadly byproducts called advanced glycation end products (AGEs). Within every cell, the sugar that the body uses for fuel is busy at work at every moment reacting with proteins and fats. The byproducts of these chemical reactions are these AGEs. These compounds deactivate enzymes, disrupt cell signaling and damage the body’s DNA. This causes intracellular damage and apoptosis (programmed cell death), inflammation, oxidative stress, nerve-cell component damage and the accumulation of amyloid plaque and tau protein in the brain (cause of Alzheimer’s disease). With advancing age, even “normal” blood sugar levels eventually trigger deadly advanced glycation end products. Research has demonstrated links between major health risks and levels of AGEs in the blood of nondiabetics. Scientists have speculated that AGE-related changes ultimately contribute to a limitation of the human life span, suggesting that blocking the pathways of glycation could extend human life expectancy. One of the natural defenses against AGEs is vitamin B1, known as thiamine. This vitamin prevents glycation molecules from becoming fully formed in the first place. The problem is that glucose quickly depletes the body’s limited thiamine supplies. Supplementing thiamine is problematic for two reasons because it is water soluble. One, this makes it harder to absorb through the fat rich cell membrane and two, any excess is quickly excreted through the kidneys.

Researchers realized there was an urgent need for a better means of delivering thiamine into the cells. That’s where a unique new form of B1, called benfotiamine, comes in. Because benfotiamine is fat soluble, it is much more easily absorbed into the cells and it stays in the body much longer. Administration of benfotiamine resulted in a 5- to 25-fold higher incorporation into muscle, brain, liver and heart! A small clinical study showed that this enhanced bioavailability caused it to slash the intracellular formation of AGEs by 40%! Astoundingly, a study published in 2010 showed “the use of benfotiamine could provide a safe intervention to REVERSE biological and clinical processes of Alzheimer’s disease progression”!!! What are you waiting for? For further information contact Reno Integrative Medical Center, 6110 Plumas St., Ste. B, Reno, NV 89519, 775-829-1009, www.renointegrative.com See ad next page.

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Patient Mysteries: Are You Thyroid Deficient? PART IX

THE SIXTH ROOT CAUSE OF THYROID DISEASE PROTEIN is necessary to transport Thyroid Stimulating Hormone to the tissues. MAGNESIUM AND ZINC are key nutrients for the production of TSH. Zinc, common in beef, aids in the conversion of T4 to T3.

Written by Dr. William N. Clearfield, D.O.

ver the past several months I, along with our Healthy Beginnings readers have explored, in depth, all things thyroid. We reviewed its anatomy, physiology, symptoms of altered thyroid output, how to gauge that output, remedies of thyroid dysfunction and a detailed look into five of the thyroid’s six major root causes. Today, we explore the sixth. There are hundreds of books, pamphlets, articles and websites dedicated to the science of thyroid function. An obvious, but quite often overlooked question arises: Where does it all come from? TSH doesn’t grow on trees. T4 isn’t dropped on your front porch by a stork. T3 isn’t found in the bottom of a Cracker Jack box. Parts IV through IIX of our Patient Mystery series explored the root causes and laid a foundation for correcting or controlling thyroid disease. The Root Causes of Thyroid Disease led us to explore the gastrointestinal tract, heavy metal toxicity, infectious diseases, adrenal gland and iodine deficiencies. None of these, however, addressed a question any five or six year old asks: Where did I (in this scenario, the thyroid hormones) come from? The expression, ‘You are what you eat,’ is attributed to French author Anthelme Brillat-Savarin. (1) In an 1826 work, Physiologie du Gout, ou Medetations de Gastronomie Transcendante. Verbatim Brillat-Savarin stated, “Tell me what you eat and I will tell you what you are.” (2,3) Simply stated, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone, T3, T4 and all of their derivatives come from what we eat. In order for thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) to form and function properly, we need adequate dietary protein, magnesium, vitamin B12 and zinc. 22

T4 requires IODINE, found in iodized salt, fresh vegetables, seafood, kelp, and seaweed, to be absorbed into the thyroid gland. To properly open the gate of T4 transport, Vitamins B12 and C must also be present. VITAMIN B12 is naturally found in animal products including fish, meat, poultry, eggs, milk and milk products, but is not present in plant foods. Vegetarians, especially vegans are at risk for B12 deficient pernicious anemia. To convert T4 to T3, the form of thyroid that does the actual work, deiodination, an enzymatic process necessitating selenium, must occur. Foods rich in selenium include brazil nuts, yellow fin tuna, halibut, sardines, beef steak, shrimp, and hard boiled eggs. Adequate selenium reduces inflammation and autoimmune (TPO) antibody levels by40%. (4) A deficiency in SELENIUM skews the deiodination pathway towards self-destruction, called “autoimmunity.” T4 rather than converting to T3, in the face of inadequate selenium levels, converts to hydrogen peroxide, producing an inert or inactive form of T3 called reverse T3. Reverse T3 (rT3) is a false flag. T3 also needs VITAMINS A, D, AND OMEGA 3 FATTY ACIDS (fish oil) for adequate cell performance. (4) A healthy thyroid is essential for a healthy life. A comprehensive

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oes that article of clothing “Spark Joy” when you hold it? If not, discard it or give it away. Marie Kondo, a Japanese de-cluttering expert, has written a book that has sold over three million copies so far. People in Germany, Britain, the U.S. and Japan are finding this book an excellent organizing and de-cluttering manual and it is a guide to changing your attitudes. If Marie Kondo had not made de-cluttering her life work she would have been an excellent psychologist because she advises clients with a comprehensive understanding of psychology.

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The author challenges you to ask yourself whether each object you have is achieving a purpose. Is it propelling you forward or holding you in the past? She knows that excessive accumulation and mess is often about unhappiness, and that the right kind of tidying can be a kind of psychotherapy for the home as well as for the people in it. The strength of her system is in its simplicity. She works directly with her clients, going to their homes after they have sent her the pictures she requests. You start with clothing, gathering everything into one place, not just looking at it in the closet. Then you pick it up, hold it and say, “Does this spark joy?” If not, put it in the discard or giveaway pile. You do this quickly, not laboring over each decision. Most people have things they’ve never worn and will never wear. The item looked good in the store, but later something just wasn’t right about it. If the only spark of joy you got from that item was the feeling of excitement in the store, then it has served its purpose for you and needs to go. Her approach is very different from any other organization or de-cluttering systems; she wants you to focus on what you want to keep, not what

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you want to throw away. After clothes, you tackle books, then papers, then miscellaneous, then kitchen and only then do you decide about memorabilia. Clothes are the easiest that’s why she starts with them. Emotions of guilt sometimes emerge when discarding memorabilia, so that is left to last, after you have some practice asking yourself “if this item really sparks joy.”

effective tidying involves only two essential actions: discarding and deciding where to store things. Of the two, discarding must come first. This principle doesn’t change. The rest simply depends on the level of tidiness you personally want to achieve. By following this system you may discover a lifestyle of freedom and joy that you never imagined possible because sometimes excessive belongings can be a real weight on your life. The maintenance alone can be a big expense and burden. Marie Kondo is not only an expert on the art of de-cluttering, she’s also an expert on human behavior and how to change it. This very clear and easy-to-understand best seller is well worth the price. You can find it online or at your local bookstore.

The author explains that when a room becomes cluttered, the cause is more than just physical. Visible mess helps distract us from the true source WHEN WE REALLY of the disorder. The act of cluttering is really an DELVE INTO THE instinctive reflex that REASONS FOR WHY WE draws our attention away from the heart CAN’T LET SOMETHING GO, of an issue. If you can’t feel relaxed in a THERE ARE ONLY TWO: clean and tidy room, try confronting your THE ATTACHMENT TO THE feeling of anxiety. It PAST OT A FEAR FOR may shed light on what is really bothering you. THE FUTURE. When your room is clean and uncluttered, you can - marie kondo see any issues you’ve been avoiding and you’re forced to deal with them. Comments from readers all over the world say that from the moment they started tidying using this system, they were compelled to reset their lives. As a result, things started to change. That’s why the task of putting your house in order should be done quickly. It allows you to confront the issues that are really important. The tidying is just a tool, not the final destination, because the true goal should be to establish the lifestyle you want most, once your house has been put in order.

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What about all those things in cabinets that you haven’t looked at or used for years? Go through the same process. Hold it in your hand and ask yourself, “Does this spark joy?” If it doesn’t, get rid of it. Why? Because putting things that you’ll never use out of sight creates the illusion that the clutter problem has been solved. But sooner or later, all the storage units are full, the room once again overflows and some new storage method becomes necessary. That’s why tidying any group of items must start with discarding, not just putting them out of sight. One of the most important things in keeping your house tidy is putting things back where they belong. After working with people for years, the author puts people into three categories: the “can’t throw it away type,” the “can’t put it back type,” and the “first two combined” type. Ninety percent of people fall into the third category. The average amount of garbage bags generated by Marie Kondo’s clients during their tidying sessions is thirty bags. Many discard more than seventy. In this book you’ll learn that

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NEW APPROACH Written by Martin Rutherford, D.C., C.C.S.T., C.F.M.P. and Randall Gates, D.C., D.A.C.N.B.

THE LYME PATIENT’S JOURNEY: One day, seemingly out of nowhere, or maybe after severe stress, or a surgery, a pregnancy, or an accident; maybe after a viral, or overwhelming bacterial, infection, you suddenly feel bad. In fact your general health suddenly and rapidly declines. Joint pain, fevers, muscle pains come and go. You go to doctor after doctor to no avail, so you research your symptoms on the internet. After extensive “research,” you come to the conclusion that you have Lyme. Maybe you remember you were bitten by a tick, maybe you don’t. Maybe you had a rash, maybe you didn’t. But the symptoms sure sound like Lyme. You go to your primary doctor. “Were you bitten by a tick? Did you have a rash, fever, etc. at the same time?” You’re not sure, so they blow it off as a diagnosis. GPs are taught – you’re going to have an obvious bite, you’re going to get a rash and a fever. You take antibiotics for 15-30 days and that will work. No rash no disease. Back to the internet. More “research.” You read you don’t need to get a rash. You read that parents give it to their kids through birth, that it can be contracted from mosquito bites and every insect on the planet. You can get it from tears, semen, saliva. You kiss someone at the bar and that’s how you got the Lyme spirochete. The questions and uncertainty have now expanded from a person searching for answers to the Lyme conundrum.

So you go back to your GP armed with this data. “Look, no rash, no Lyme. You just have something else. Chronic fatigue or fibromyalgia. Let’s give you something for the pain. We’ll send you to a rheumatologist, maybe counseling.” So you take the measures into your own hands. You contact a Lyme support group or go back to the internet and are referred to a “Lyme literate doctor.” The doctor listens to you. For the first time someone is taking you seriously. The doctor acknowledges your symptoms may fit the diagnosis of Lyme disease. They run a Western Blot and an Igenix test. The Igenix test shows so many “bands.” More testing is done. It looks like you may have Lyme, Babesia, or one of the many other co-infections. So now you think “Hooray!” We figured this out! It was Lyme all along. This is a good thing. I knew it. You can’t treat anything successfully until you understand its cause. We’re on our way. You begin care with your Lyme literate doctor. The Lyme doctor is treating you with antibiotics for the Lyme bacteria spirochete (and with other modalities for the co-infections which we will address in later installments of this article). Maybe you’re one of the patients that go on the antibiotic pulsing protocols and have a miraculous recovery. We know many of these patients. But maybe you’re a patient who seems to “require” antibiotic therapy for 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 years. And you don’t seem to be getting better and indeed actually are in fact getting worse. Your doctor orders more tests.

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professional directory

allergies

Melissa Monaghan, APH, RN Advanced PractitionerHomeopathy High Sierra Allergy & Medical 9436 Double R Blvd Unit A, Reno NV 89521 (775)-686-6510 renonurse@yahoo.com www.highsierraallergy.com

Integrative Allergy Testing and Individualized Treatment Serums. Pain free treatment drops given under tongue with environmental and diet instruction to support elimination of food, chemical, mold, dust, animal, and pollen reactions in adults and children. Integrative Medical Visits utilizing homeopathy, Chinese herbal medicine, nutritionals, vitamin and mineral therapies to restore balance, health, and wellness. Conditions commonly treated: Acute or chronic virus and bacteria infections, skin conditions, sinus/ear/respiratory, allergies, bowel/digestive disorders, headaches, ADHD, fatigue and weight gain. Cleanse and Detox Programs: (Candida, Heavy Metals, Parasites, Environmental Toxins) . Wellness Programs for immune support and optimal performance.

cancer therapy Reno Integrative Medical Center Robert A. Eslinger, DO, HMD (775) 829-1009 www.renointegrative.com Reno Integrative Medical Center offers a variety of therapies to treat Cancer. Our approach is to support and enhance the body’s natural defenses while targeting the Cancer. Dr. Eslinger brings over 30 years of alternative and conventional medical experience.

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chiropractic health

family physician Erin Jones, MD Barton Family Medicine (530) 543-5660

Dr. Tony Jensen 495 Apple St. Ste #105 Reno, NV 89502 (775) 323-1222 We take the time to educate you about Chiropractic and how important the nervous system is to your overall existence. That sets us apart from other Chiropractors. Offering the ProAdjuster technique, NO twisting and popping, safe and effective for all ages. Se Habla Español.

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crisis intervention Crisis Call Center www.CrisisCallCenter.org (775) 784-8085

Erin Jones, MD is a family physician, specializing in integrative medicine, at Barton Family Medicine. Erin considers both conventional and alternative therapies valuable and do provide appropriate options. She was born and raised in South Lake Tahoe and recently returned after attending medical school at the University of Southern California and serving her residency at Kaiser Permanente Woodland Hills. Make an appointment with Dr. Jones by calling 530.543.5660

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gift shops

Crisis Call Center provides 24-hour emergency telephone crisis intervention, support, information, and referral services throughout the State of Nevada. The Center also operates the Sexual Assault Support Services program providing face-to-face crisis intervention and advocacy services to victims of sexual assault in Washoe County and neighboring rural communities. This service is free of charge, regardless of the nature of his or her problems.

environmental resources Sierra Green Building Association Building The Sierra’s Sustainable Community (877) 744-2248 www.Sigba.org SIGBA membership is non-exclusive, available to anyone who wants to support green building in the Sierra communities. We encourage our members to participate in green building practices, but do not require any specific certifications.

energy spa Diane Underwood Cleanzologist, Hyperthermia Trainer Reverse Aging Naturally Energy Spa, 255 Crummer Lane Reno, NV 89502 Call or (for fast reply) Text (775) 233-4878 www.ReverseAgingNaturally.com Reverse Aging Naturally Health Shop & Spa offers Water & Air Filters, Ionized Water Station, Medical Grade Infrared Saunas (Made in the US), several massage devices, water to infrared, spinal alignments, photon facials, pulsed electro magnetic energy and negative ions permeate throughout the energy spa/lounge and health store since 2000.

Mystic Rose Gift Shop 20 Hillcrest Drive, Reno, NV 89509 (775) 324-2872 www.MysticRoseGiftShop.com Open 10 am to 7 pm Mon.-Thur., 10 am to 5 pm Fri. & Sat. Eclectic and unique tools of spiritual traditions, crystals, jewelery and candles. Natural healing aids: Magnesium Chloride, Diatomacious Earth, Himalayan Salt and salt products. Tropical Traditions raw coconut oil, aromatherapy and massage oils. Ancient healing wisdom for today’s wellness.

health food stores Quincy Natural Foods Cooperative 269 Main Street, Quincy, CA 95971 (530) 283-3528 We focus on products that are organically produced, made from natural ingredients (not synthetic or highly processed), and without additives or unnecessary ingredients. We actively promote locally produced foods and goods. Mon.-Sat. 7 am - 8 pm, Sun. 9 am - 7 pm

Vitamin Connection

2295 S. Virginia St. #13, Reno, NV (775) 825-3993 Vitamins 20% below retail. Hard to find supplements. Ionized Alkaline Water, full up your water jugs here. Turbosonic sessions, ten minutes equal to an hour workout. We carry supplements featured on the Dr. Oz TV show. Lose belly fat with HCG drops. Open Mon.-Sun.

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hypnosis Joyful Changes June Milligan, M.Ed., CCHt Consulting Hypnotist (775) 786-9111 Quickly remove negative feelings from any scene or memory. Learn instant stress removal techniques as well as new ways to replace negative thoughts. Then together we instill the powerful goal suggestions that YOU want. All in one 2-hour session. Procrastination, situational stress, worries, smoking, ect.

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integrative medicine Gerber Medical Clinic Michael Gerber, MD, HMD 1225 Westfield Ave., Reno (775) 826-1900 www.GerberMedical.com Since 1975, Dr. Gerber has offered family-oriented medicine, addressing all health issues from infancy through advanced age. Areas of specialty include homeopathy, bioidentical hormones, nutritional therapy, natural pain relief, infectious disease, detoxification, autoimmune disease, mood disorders, allergies and environmental sensitivities. Celebrating our 40th year of medical practice!

Go to ad on Page 9 Dr. William Clearfield 9550 S. McCarran Blvd. Ste B., Reno, NV (775) 359-1222 Dr. Bill Clearfield comes to the Reno area from Northeast Pennsylvania after having practiced the art of medicine since 1982. He brings a unique holistic perspective from traditional medical backgrounds in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Family Practice, Medical Acupuncture and AntiAging Medicine.

The Feldenkrais Method Classes Awareness Through Movement Carole Bucher, BA, GCFP/T Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner 775-240-7882 Learn to move comfortably and efficiently; reduce pain and improve vitality; recover quality of life after injury, surgery or illness. Mindful movement classes and private lessons with Carole Bucher, Reno Feldenkrais. See Ongoing Events for class schedule and RenoFeldenkrais. blogspot.com for more information. The only ongoing Feldenkrais classes in the state of Nevada, since 2008.

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massage therapeutic Therapuetic Skin Care & Massage Karen Tenaglio - #1534 507 Casazza St. Ste E, Reno Office/Text (775) 722-9307 Since 1992, specializing in Medical and Relaxation massage and Brazilian full body waxing. 55+ 10% senior discount on all services: facials, peels, ear candling, and lash and brow tinting. Comforting and relaxing office. Visit www.therapeuticskincare.com The Bierwolf Effect Tyson Bierwolf BCTMB, NV LMT, CA CMT Cell / text - (510) 435-3308 www.thebierwolfeffect.com NCBTMB board certified massage therapist. Specializing in traditional Thai yoga massage, Shiatsu & Ashiatsu, deep tissue, injury rehab, reflexology, and acupressure. Trained in San Francisco and Chiang Mai, Thailand. Out-calls available and based out of the Gerber Medical Clinic.

pet care Sugarland Ranch (775) 970-5350 www.SugarlandRanch.org Sugarland Ranch is a community based, nonprofit organization housing several small animal rescue programs. Volunteers an donations are welcomed.

sleep treatment Ruth Gentry , Ph.D. 10631 Professional Cir. Ste. A Reno, NV 89521 (775) 826-6218 www.renosleepwell.com Dr. Gentry is a clinical health psychologist that specializes in sleep treatment, chronic pain management and treatment of depression and anxiety. She uses a brief, nonpharmacological treatment called cognitive behavior therapy for insomnia (CBT-I). Research has shown that CBT-I is effective as sleeping medications, and people may no longer need the medications following treatment.

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spiritual centers Spiritualist Society Wadsworth Masonic Lodge 25, 2425 Pyramid Way, Sparks, NV 89431 SpiritualistSocietyofReno.org Meetings every Sunday 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Spiritual awakening is a personal path, but a community helps you find the way. The Spiritualist Society is a community of like-minded people helping one another on their spiritual path. Meetings include a talk, meditation, healing and message service followed by fellowship. Everyone is welcome to attend.

“Dr. Bill” is the author of Celestial Stem: A Five Element Approach to Diet and Exercise, has taught fellow physicians the art of acupuncture needling, pioneered the treatment for head, neck and neuropathic injuries with medical acupuncture, has twenty years experience and training with bio-identical hormone replacement, intravenous nutrition, weight loss and non surgical facial rejuvenation. Dr. B’s approach to health and wellness combines the best of Eastern and Western Medicine with a healthy dose of the latest Anti-Aging Medical philosophies.

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calendar of events

MAY IS CANCER CONTROL MONTH AT THE MESOTHELIOMA CANCER ALLIANCE. www.mesothelioma.com for more information

04.30.16 – 05.01.16

05.12.16

05.21.16

Earth Spirit Faire

Psychological First Aid

Carson City Community Center Gym, 841 East William Street

Red Cross, 4750 Longley Lane, Ste 101, Reno 1:30 pm

Jog with your Dog 5k & Pet Expo

Admission is set at $7 for one day or $10 for both days, with a discount for younger children and those 6 and under can join in for free. Look forward to interactive workshops, aromatherapy, healing arts, massages, a slient auction, raffle prizes and more. www. heart2heartschool.net for more information.

Purpose: To enable you to provide basic care, comfort, and support to people who are experiencing disaster-related stress through psychological first aid training. Course Objectives Notice the signs of stress in clients, co-workers, and yourself. Give immediate support to people who may be experiencing stress by implementing PFA principles. Obtain additional mental health support for yourself, co-workers, and clients, when needed.

05.04.16 Whole Dog Haven Open House 151 Clearview Drive, Carson City Starting at 4:30 pm Beer, wine and food will be served, but please leave your pets at home. For an appointment, or more information, please call 775-461-3694.

05.04.16 doTERRA Wellness Spring Tour Reno-Sparks Convention Center, Rooms A19 & A20 7 pm Set aside an evening for Spring Cleaning Your Body! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join doTERRA’s Kendyall Guthrie & Tory Parker as they share product tips and information on how to keep yourself and your family healthy this season. Email events@doterra.com for more information.

05.14.16 – 05.15.16 Reiki II

9 am – 4 pm both days $350 for both days; $175 to audit Must have taken Reiki I a minimum of three (3) months prior to this workshop. www. heart2heartschool.net for more information.

$10 for Tahoe Chamber members, $20 for nonmembers

1111 N. Saliman Road (behind the High School), Carson City 8 am – 1 pm

6-9 pm on 05.19 or 1-4 pm on 05.24

Local food & more! Come in to meet some wonderful local vendors. Try samples of some local products that we carry in our store. Get the feel of local products you want and more. Enjoy an afternoon of food and fun! 775-883-8301 for more information.

1-4 pm or 6-9 pm $60 for one 3-hour workshop

05.27.16 – 05.30.16

Heavenly Mountain Resort, SLT, CA

05.19.16 or 05.24.16

3701 S. Carson St, Carson City 12 – 4 pm

Dowsing

2016 Amgen Tour

The Greenhouse Project Annual Spring Plant Sale

Raley’s Carson City Local Vendor Roadshow

05.23.16

www.heart2heartschool.net for more information.

05.07.16

A 5k fun run, walk and pet expo targeting dog lovers in our community, which also features dog-centric vendors, live demonstrations and a “Beauty and the Leash” pageant. For more information, please call 775-789-6700. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Reno (http://www. bringfido.com/lodging/city/reno_nv_us/) or call 877-411-FIDO to speak with one of our pet travel experts!

05.19.16

Professional cyclists return to Lake Tahoe for the men’s Stage 5 finish, as well as the women’s Stage 1 start. The men will take off in Lodi, CA and finish at Heavenly Mountain Resort’s California Base Lodge in South Lake Tahoe. The women will also start/finish at Heavenly Mountain Resort. The race spans nearly 800 miles between 12 host cities through California’s breathtaking roads and scenery, May 15-22.

Featuring a wide array of vegetable, herb, annual flower transplants and perennials for your home and garden. http:// carsoncitygreenhouse.org/the-greenhouseproject-spring-plant-sale-saturday-may7th-2016/ or 775-335-9452 for more information.

Wingfield Park, Reno 9 am – 3 pm, Free admission

Spirit Guides $60 for one day

www.heart2heartschool.net for more information.

05.20.16 – 05.22.16 Yoga Retreat with Melissa Martinez | Creating A Life in Balance in Sierraville Sierra Hot Springs, Sierraville, CA 3 pm daily Recharge your soul on a weekend getaway to Sierra Hot Springs with Melissa Martinez-Chauvin and Liz Robinson. We’ve created a weekend of grounding, clearing what doesn’t serve you, and giving you the tools to live a life rooted in your true intentions. Tickets include: lodging, daily yoga, healthy organic meals, hiking, dry sauna, unlimited use of meditaion pools, and multiple hot springs What to bring: yoga mat, tent and camping gear, rain coat (ya knowjust in case), hiking boots, water bottle, sunscreen, snacks, towel, layers! clothes for yoga, hiking, & morning meditation. www.sierrahotsprings.org for more information.

2nd Annual Spring Into Summer Yoga Retreat Weekend of Activities, Yoga, Meditation, Inspiration, Food and Wine at Granlibakken Tahoe. The schedule includes daily yoga workshops for all abilities, daily meditation and special evening yoga classes to inspire and rejuvenate the soul. The retreat opens with a fire ceremony asking participants to set an intention for the weekend; a personal goal or offering to inspire the weekend. Each day starts with a morning Iyengar yoga class, followed by meditation. With each afternoon, the retreat offers a choice between two activities - an advanced yoga workshop or group activity. The evening yoga classes will boast special musical enhancements through sound healing bowls and creative dance. Food and lodging are included as a part of the wellness package. Please contact Shawna Lee West at 503-910-6984 or shawnaleewest@gmail.com for more information.

07.14.16 – 07.17.16 Rankema World Summit Join Dr. Jayanath Abeywickrama and Shari Chase, while meeting many of Dr. Abey’s colleagues, students and patients across the globe. Are you ready for a great change for a GREAT change? Say YES!!! www.rankemaworldsummit.com for more information

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NGOING EVENTS Ringing In Ears, Headaches, Heart Palpitations and Neurological Issues These sudden symptoms can be caused by Smart Meters. Free Support Group. Call Gloria (775) 851-3322 Spiritualist SocietySpiritual Awakening Meetings every Sunday 11 a.m. to 12:15 pm Spiritual awakening is a personal path, but a community of likeminded people helps you find the way. Meetings include a talk, meditation, healing and message service followed by fellowship. Everyone is welcome to attend. Spiritualist Society, Wadsworth Masonic Lodge 25, 2425 Pyramid Way, Sparks, NV 89431. www. SpiritualistSocietyofReno.org for more information. Weekly Yoga Class Every Tuesday & Friday, 6-7:30 pm Cost: $8 drop in or 4 class pass $28 1225 Westfield / 2nd floor studio, in SW Reno. For info call Kathy at 775544-1167. Beginners Welcome! PTSD Discussion Group Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 6 pm VFW Post 9211 is sponsoring a PTSD discussion group that meets at the historic “Battle Born” bunker post. All individuals with a diagnosis of PTSD are invited to join this group. This is NOT restricted to veterans or VFW members. Any member of the community is invited, including civilians and service persons such police, firefighters, and medical personnel. VFW Post 9211 is located a block west of the Virginia Street / Moana lane intersection. The Post number is (775) 825-7007. Direct questions to the Post Surgeon, Dr. Schwartz, at (775) 409-4561. Organic Raw Foods Potluck Open House Organic Raw Foods Potluck 3rd Sunday of every month. Please bring a delicious dish to share! Reverse Aging Energy Spa, 255 Crummer Lane, Reno. 775-2334878 for more info.

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Reno Psychic Institute Healing Classes and Clinics Clinics held at 20 Hillcrest Drive in Reno, unless otherwise noted • Energy Healing Every Tuesday 5 - 7 pm Cost: Free (donations accepted) • Trancemedium Healing Every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month 7:30 – 9 pm Cost $25 • Women’s Energy Healing Every 3rd Thursday of the month 5:30 – 7 pm Cost: Free (donations accepted) • Men’s Energy Healing Every 2nd Thursday of the month 6 – 7 pm • Hands On Healing Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month 10:30 am – 12 pm Cost: $25 • Energy Healing – Carson City location Every Saturday 12 – 2 pm 1800 E. Williams St. #207 Cost: Free (donations accepted) renopsychicfair.com for more information.

Receive a Discount When You Buy Three Colonics Call Gerber Medical Clinic to set up your appointment. 1225 Westfield Ave., Reno (775) 8261900.

The Feldenkrais Method Classes Awareness Through Movement Schedule, Reno • TUES — 10:00 am at Cardio Kickfit, 600 S. Center St • THUR — 6:00 pm at the Reno Buddhist Ctr., 820 Plumas St. • SAT — 3:00 pm at Cardio Kickfit, 600 S. Center St.All levels of fitness. All levels of fitness. Start anytime to improve movement and feel great again: contact Carole Bucher, BA,

GCFP/T at 775-240-7882, RenoFeldenkrais@gmail.com, RenoFeldenkrais.blogspot.com.

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